Chapter 283

Chapter 283 - Fuck It!!!

Yang Jingjing had no interest in engaging with such dull individuals. Once they had departed, she casually tossed the business card into the trash can.

The incident was merely a minor episode to her, not something she dwelled on. Lately, there had been a surge of inquiries about the Essence Dragon Makeup formula, and although it was rare for people to show up at the office like those two had, it was nothing out of the ordinary for her.

Yet, two days later, the office was abuzz with chatter. Both Yang Jingjing and Zhou Li sensed that something was off. Strangers loitered around the company premises, scrutinizing everyone who came and went, which was quite unsettling.

“What's happening?” Zhou Li asked, her voice tinged with fear. “It's not Chu Peng up to his old tricks again, is it?”

“I think we should inform Xiaolong. I've been too complacent; I should have told him sooner,” Yang Jingjing admitted as she reached for her phone to call Zhang Xiaolong.

Before she could complete the call, someone rushed in from outside, “Director Yang, there's trouble. A fight has broken out just outside the company.”

Yang Jingjing and Zhou Li quickly made their way outside to assess the situation.

To their surprise, they were greeted by several unfamiliar faces, including the short-haired man who had visited two days prior.

“Yo, beauty, we meet again. Talk about destiny,” the short-haired man, Wang Wei, said with a sly grin. “I forgot to introduce myself last time. They all call me Brother Wei.”

“I just want to know what you and your group are doing outside our company,” Yang Jingjing demanded, her tone icy.

“Beauty, that's not very polite. I just told you my name. Shouldn't you at least tell me yours?” Wang Wei joked, eliciting laughter from his companions. He then added, “As you mentioned, this is outside your company, so it's none of your business what I do here. However, one reason I'm here is so that if you ever change your mind, you can find me right away. We can always negotiate the price, don't you think?”

He had only walked a few steps when he noticed several people eyeing him. As they confirmed he was indeed heading toward Essence Dragon Company, they casually approached him.

“Hey man, where are you headed?” the guy with the crew cut inquired.

Zhang Xiaolong paused and gestured toward the company building, “Right here. A sales rep called me claiming their makeup is pretty decent. I thought I'd check it out. If it's as good as they say, I might place an order. Are you here to order some cosmetics too?”

“Don't bother with that place. Their products are a rip-off, and we've all been duped,” the crew-cut man said, his eyes darting around. “We ordered a batch a while back, and not only have we not sold any, but we've also had people who used them knocking on our door demanding refunds. It's been a nightmare. You definitely don't want to fall for it too.”

“That's odd. If you haven't sold a single bottle, how are people coming to you for compensation?” Zhang Xiaolong chuckled. “You've got quite the sense of humor. But I won't keep you. I'm going to have a quick look myself and then maybe we can chat more later.”

He attempted to move forward but was blocked by Wang Wei. “I'm not joking,” Wang Wei insisted. “The one person who did buy it nearly had her face ruined. You think that's safe to use?”

“I see, it's that serious,” Zhang Xiaolong mused, hesitating briefly. “Still, I've made an appointment and should at least take a look. If the makeup truly has issues, I certainly won't be placing an order. But, you know, sometimes the problem isn't with the product—it's people stirring up trouble on purpose. You haven't been conned, have you?”

“Why are you so defiant? If I say you can't go in, then you can't. Beat it and stop holding up our important work,” snapped another thug with flamboyant hair.

“Sorry,” Zhang Xiaolong replied with a calm smile, “We're strangers. At this point, it's you who are interrupting my affairs. And whether I enter or not isn't for you to dictate.”

“Damn, you'd rather face the consequences than show respect. Brother Wei, should we show him what we're made of?” The troublemaker glanced over at Wang Wei.

Zhang Xiaolong didn't wait for a response; he simply turned and made his way inside.

Wang Wei's gaze sharpened, and the thug charged forward, aiming a kick at Zhang Xiaolong's leg.